BSL-90002 - Module Specification
Language Centre
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences

Programme/Approved Electives for 2020/21

Available as a Free Standing Elective

Co-requisites

None

Prerequisites

None

Barred Combinations

None

Description for 2020/21

British Sign Language (BSL) is used by 150,000 people in the UK, and knowledge of the language is useful in the fields of health care, social work and education. Completion of this module will give students the ability to communicate in everyday situations and provide the basis for further development in BSL.
Students studying on our BSL modules may have the opportunity to gain a nationally recognised qualification with Signature Level 1 award in British Sign Language.

This module aims to enhance students' ability to understand and use basic British Sign Language (BSL) and understanding of deaf culture.

Intended Learning Outcomes

give and follow simple familiar statements or descriptions in BSL: 1,2
demonstrate an awareness of BSL language development and linguistics: 1,2

Study hours

22 contact hours
1 hour assessments
66 hours coursework completion
61 hours exam and assessment preparation

School Rules

Students must have completed MLX-90001, BSL-90001, or have equivalent knowledge. Language Centre approval required for this module.

Description of Module Assessment